Amcard 5 Tablet

Class: Calcium Channel Blocker
Uses:

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

• Prevention of angina (heart-related chest pain).

Key Benefits:

• Relaxes blood vessels, improving blood flow.

• Lowers blood pressure, reducing risk of stroke/heart attack.

• Reduces heart workload and prevents chest pain.

Dosage & Administration:

• Take once daily, with or without food, at a fixed time.

• Swallow whole; do not crush/chew.

• Do not stop abruptly even if symptoms improve.

Common Side Effects:

• Headache, dizziness, fatigue.

• Nausea, abdominal pain.

• Swelling (edema), sleepiness.

• Rare: Lichenoid keratosis (skin lesion—report to doctor).

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Use with caution (may worsen dizziness).

• Pregnancy: Avoid (potential fetal risk). Consult doctor.

• Breastfeeding: Likely safe (limited risk).

• Driving: Unsafe (may cause dizziness/drowsiness).

• Kidney/Liver Disease:

  • Kidney: Safe (no dose adjustment).

  • Liver: Use with caution (lower initial dose).

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered. Skip if close to next dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Monitor blood pressure regularly.

• Combine with healthy diet, exercise, and weight management.

Note: Always inform your doctor about other medications (especially for heart/blood pressure) before taking Amcard 5.